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How are investors reacting to the U.S. trade deals?

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Investors are reacting positively to recent U.S. trade deals, with global equities rising and market sentiment improving due to increased certainty. European and Asian markets have seen gains, particularly in sectors like autos and pharmaceuticals. However, some caution remains over high tariff rates and long-term effects.

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U.S., EU trade deal fuels investor optimism

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  • U.S. and EU agree to a framework trade deal, including major energy investments. 6s
  • EU will purchase $750 billion worth of American energy products. 26s
  • Some U.S. agricultural sectors will benefit from reduced tariffs for exports to the EU. 39s
  • Tariffs on U.S. auto exports to the EU will increase from 10% to 15%. 55s
  • Financial markets have reacted cautiously, with little change in major indices. 1m 18s
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U.S., EU trade deal fuels investor optimism
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CBS America
7 hours ago
U.S., EU trade deal fuels investor optimism

Investors are watching and waiting, viewing the U.S.-EU framework as a positive development but staying cautious about future details.

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Reuters
12 hours ago
Stocks rise after U.S.-EU trade agreement brings clarity

Global stocks rose as news of a U.S.-EU trade agreement lifted sentiment and pushed European shares to a four-month high.

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CNBC
17 hours ago
Trump's tariffs not a gamechanger for Middle East markets: Strategist

Certainty around trade tariff deals has been a big positive for market sentiment, with global equities up 13 percent for the year.

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Bloomberg
2 days ago
Why trade deals will be a major driver of sentiment

Even rumors of nearing trade deals have caused stocks to surge, especially in Europe, as investors seek certainty.

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